by Carla | Jan 23, 2018 | Closer Look, Inkdrops, Shop goodies
We heard you guys were quite keen on stationery (!) and that you’d like to know a bit more about each box’s contents. We also know that lots of you like the surprise element. So we’re keeping the sneak peek page, and adding a closer look at some of...
by Carla | Jan 16, 2018 | Christmas Preparations, Guest posts, Inkdrops, Living
We have a new series for 2018! The delightful Mimi will document her preparations for the festive season over the course of a year. Without further ado, here’s episode one: Last week I had to go into the big shopping centre in town to buy some new wellies...
by Annastasia | Jan 8, 2018 | An envelope of snippets, Inkdrops
We’re a whole week into 2018. It’s been busy but fun, and a promising start to the 51 weeks still to go. Hopefully, our planning for the year ahead has paid off – and there has been some learning about not overestimating what you can achieve in a...
by Annastasia | Jan 1, 2018 | Inkdrops, Lists
Photo by Steve Halama on Unsplash All things considered, it’s been a year full of all kinds of amazing. We sent out a stationery selection every month, saw lovely things at trade shows, added mini subscriptions to our product range, turned 5,...
by Carla | Dec 25, 2017 | Articles, Inkdrops, Letters, Living
You were up bright and early (or the kids were). Then you had Bucks Fizz for breakfast. The presents are open. Meanwhile, the cats are having a great time in the discarded wrapping paper, and Christmas lunch is in the oven. It’s Christmas. You absolutely deserve...
by Annastasia | Dec 18, 2017 | Inkdrops, Seasons
It’s nearly Christmas so don’t get distracted reading blog posts. Do something festive instead: Make a list – things still to do, things to be grateful for, your favourite festive memoriesSend seasonal greetings to anyone you’ve missedEat a...
by Annastasia | Dec 11, 2017 | An envelope of snippets, Inkdrops
Woo hoo! It’s the season for feeling festive. Sending cards and letters with added glitter is a perfectly normal activity. Everyone is making lists (and if they’re Santa checking them twice). Plus the new year is on people’s minds so diaries and...
by Annastasia | Nov 27, 2017 | Diaries and Journals, Inkdrops, organisation
There’s just over a month until 2018 starts which for me means it’s time to start thinking about 2018 and what my plans will be. Plus it’s a handy distraction from dealing with Christmas preparation and worry about what to gifts to buy for the 3 secret Santa schemes I...
by Carla | Nov 20, 2017 | Articles, Inkdrops, Living, organisation, Seasons
I’ll be honest, I mean “seasonal” as in “Christmas”, as I write this. I love the idea of having different organisation systems that run with the natural seasons, but frankly, I have enough difficulty staying organised as it is! Without...
by Annastasia | Nov 13, 2017 | An envelope of snippets, Inkdrops
The clocks have gone back and it’s the cosiest time of the year. Take a breather before you fling yourself into the upcoming festive season and enjoy the nip in the air, the colours of the leaves and the warmth of an extra blanket. Here are 5 links for things...
by Annastasia | Nov 6, 2017 | Guest posts, Inkdrops, My life in stationery
This month our stationery/life questions have been answered by wedding and lifestyle photographer, mother of 2, and dreamer Tash Jones. Of course, we love the sound of her approach to desk organisation but reckon we’d need a really big basket! Firstly,...
by Carla | Nov 1, 2017 | Business Musings, Inkdrops, Oh my!, Shop goodies
We’re FIVE today!! As promised, today we’re releasing a special edition surprise box. A bundle of goodies from our first five years :) You can get your hands on a selection of 5 items for £10 or 10 items for £18. Treat yourself & your desk as winter...